Senior Manager solar

Job Description

Role & responsibilities Strategic Growth & Business Leadership • Lead and scale the Solar vertical with a target of reaching 500 Cr revenue by 2026 and laying the foundation for 1 GW of solar projects. • Develop and execute a long-term roadmap for both turnkey EPC and IPP (Independent Power Producer)models. • Work directly with the Managing Director and leadership team to align solar goals with the companys overall vision. Sales, Marketing & Business Development • Leverage existing customer relationships to expand solar project pipeline across commercial, industrial, and government sectors. • Identify and market new solar-related products and services to maximize market penetration. • Spearhead go-to-market strategies for utility-scale and distributed solar systems. Project & Operational Excellence • Build project capabilities for design, engineering, execution, and long-term O&M of solar plants. • Establish a reliable vendor and contractor base to maintain competitive pricing and quality standards. • Drive cost efficiency while ensuring high safety and performance benchmarks. Government Liaison & IPP Strategy • Strategize and participate in large-scale government and DISCOM bids. • Develop robust financial models for IPP projects including PPA structuring, ROI planning, and compliance. • Build partnerships with DISCOMs, PSUs, and regulatory bodies for smooth project execution. Cross-Functional Leadership • Collaborate with internal teamsFinance, CP&P, Carbon, BESS—to ensure seamless project lifecycle management. • Integrate digital tools and platforms to improve project monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder transparency. Preferred candidate profile We are looking for an experienced and visionary leader to head our Solar Business Unit. This role will be pivotal in scaling up our operations from the current early stage to executing large-scale turnkey and IPP projects across India. The selected candidate will drive strategy, execution, and growth as we work towards our long-term vision of achieving 1 GW of Solar Turnkey/IPP capacity. Experience: 10–13 years in the solar industry with at least 5–8 years in a senior leadership role. • Experience in leading large-scale solar EPC or IPP projects (100+ MW cumulative preferred). • Strong business acumen, financial understanding, and a proven ability to grow business profitably. • Excellent stakeholder management and ability to lead cross-functional teams. • Exposure to state/central government renewable energy programs and regulatory frameworks.